The Google Big 5: Blogger


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In this module, you will learn about Blogger, the easy, fun and free way to create a personalized blog. Today, you will...

  • watch a short clip called "Blogs Made Simple"
  • review a screenshot of a well-designed blog
  • be able to create a blog in 4 simple steps
  • be able to add and edit posts
  • take a short quiz to test your knowledge about blogs
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Let's get started. Watch this short introduction to blogs.

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Next, take a look at the anatomy of a well-designed blog.

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Ok, now let's create your own blog with Blogger! To learn how to create a blog, watch the clip below.



Let's have fun by adding a "gadget" in 5 easy steps.

A gadget is a miniature object made by Google users that offer cool and dynamic content that can be placed on your blog.Gadgets might come in handy when you're at work (to-do list, currency converter, calendar), at school (calculator, Wikipedia, translation tool), or just passing time (news, blogs, games).

Step 1

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Step 2

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Step 3

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Step 4

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Step 5

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What else can I do with Blogger?

You can...
  • customize the look of your blog
  • add a YouTube video
  • add a picture or slideshow
  • share your blog with friends and followers
  • much more

Let's Test Your Knowledge of Blogs!







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